SOW Repair Underground Potable Water Shore-Tie Rupture.pdf

Project #29087511

CONTRACT SPECIFICATIONS

POTABLE WATER MAIN RUPTURE REPAIR AND REPLACMENT

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UNITED STATES COAST GUARD

SECTOR ST. PETERSBURG

ST PETERSBURG, FL

PROJECT NUMBER 29087511

MARCH 2025

1 GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

United States Coast Guard Sector St Petersburg is accepting proposals for qualified individuals or firms to repair a ruptured potable water supply main. Prior to submitting a quote, it is mandatory to examine the scope of work and it’s highly encouraged to visit the facility to take field measurements, evaluations, etc. and become familiar with existing conditions under which the work will be performed. After the award of contract, a pre-conference will be held prior to starting the work at Sector Field Office Valdez.

1.2 LOCATION

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD

600 8TH AVE SE

ST PETERSBURG, FL 33701

1.3 EXAMINATION OF SITE

It is HIGHLY ENCOURAGED that bidders carefully inspect the workplace and verify factors necessary to complete the job. Prospective bidders arrange for a tour of the job site by calling the primary point of contact, CWO Justin David at (619)788-7170 or by e-mail justin.h.david@uscg.mil alternate point of contact, DCC Timothy Bakels at (727)834-7609 or by email Timothy.G.Bakels@uscg.mil, at least 3 working days in advance.

mailto:justin.h.david@uscg.mil

1.4 CONTINUITY OF FACILITIES OPERATION

Schedule work to minimize interference with the facility’s normal operations. Normal operating hours are from 7:30am to 3:00pm Monday thru Friday except federal holidays. Any work during other hours shall be requested in writing at least 5 working days in advance and must be approved by the Contracting Officer.

1.5 NOTIFICATION OF START AND COMPLETION DATE

The Contractor shall notify the Coast Guard one week prior to start of work, the start and projected completion date.

1.6 III. COAST GUARD CONTRACTING OFFICER REPRESENTATIVE

The Contractor shall contact the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to coordinate all construction and installation efforts onboard Coast Guard Facilities.

SECTOR FACILITY

ENGINEERING OFFICER

CWO JUSTIN H. DAVID 619-788-7170

SECTOR FACILITY CHIEF DCC TIMOTHY BAKELS 907-835-7206

1.7 RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL OF REFUSE

Minor refuse, excess or waste materials resulting from construction and installation operations may be disposed of in base dumpsters. All disposals shall be done in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. All bulk waste shall be disposed of in contractor provided dumpsters.

1.8 SAFETY

During the execution of this contract, the Contractor shall conform to the rules and regulations as set forth by OSHA Safety and Health Standards, 29 CFR Part 1926 - Safety and Health Regulations for Construction. The contractor shall have a written safety plan as required in FAR 5.236-13. The plan shall unequivocally assign responsibility and authority for safety to the superintendent by name.

Immediate notification to the Contracting Officer’s Representative of lost time due to accidents is required. Provide two copies of workman’s compensation accident reports by noon of the day following the accident. The Coast Guard reserves the right to bar any workers or supervisors from the premises should they be documented as violating set safety standards and regulations.

1.9 INSPECTION

The Contracting Officer’s Representative has the right to reject defective workmanship or materials or work not performed as per the project specifications. Only the Contracting Officer or his/her representative may accept work performed by the contractor.

1.10 OPERATIONS AND STORAGE

The contractor is to take whatever steps necessary to ensure that materials are protected. The Coast Guard has no responsibility for receipt, storage, or protection of contractor’s materials. All equipment, materials and supplies shall be addressed to the contractor.

The Coast Guard will not accept shipments. The contractor is responsible for the protection of existing structures, utilities, work and vegetation. Any damage shall be repaired at the contractor’s expense.

1.11 CONTRACTOR IDENTIFICATION

The contractor and subcontractor personnel shall always wear company identification and carry personal identification.

1.12 EXISTING UTILITIES

The Contractor shall field verify all utility locations before commencing work. This shall include, but not be limited to, the use of visual, sonic, electronic, or magnetic detection devices. Contractor shall be responsible for repairing any utilities damaged during construction at no additional cost to the Government.

1.13 REGULATIONS WHILE ONBOARD COAST GUARD PROPERTY

1.13.1 The construction site shall always be maintained in a clean condition. This included daily clean-ups of the construction and storage areas (FAR 52.236-12). The site shall be well lit and well barricaded/cordoned off as appropriate.

1.13.2 There is one smoking area at Sector located across the parking lot. Smoking is not permitted anywhere else.

1.13.3 Contractors shall maintain safe speed. No use of cell phones is permitted while driving vehicles or operating heavy machinery. All personnel shall obey all marked traffic signals including stop signs & stop lights.

1.13.4 Absolutely no firearms or weapons of any kind are allowed on United States Coast Guard property.

1.13.5 Only American citizens and permanent resident aliens are allowed.

Absolutely no foreign nationals are permitted on the premises.

1.13.6 Notice shall be given to the Coast Guard’s representative 1 week in advance of any planned power, water, sewage, or lighting outages.

1.13.7 The contractor shall provide a consolidated list of all contracted personnel including their driver’s license numbers (or other valid gov’t issued ID number) who will be working on any USCG Facilities either the day of or prior to the notice to proceed date.

1.13.8 In the case of gale force or stronger winds, or other inbound natural disasters, the contractor shall take every practicable precaution to minimize the danger to persons, to the work, and the adjacent property. These precautions shall include closing all openings, removing all loose materials, tools, and equipment from exposed locations, and removing or securing scaffolding, securing field trailers, and other appropriate equipment and other temporary work.

1.13.9 No personnel other than the Contracting Officer has the authority to alter the terms of any contract or to issue any change orders.

1.13.10 All contractor vehicles, equipment and gear onboard Coast Guard properties are always subject to search. Additionally, contractors are subject to orders to evacuate the property at any time.

1.14 SCOPE OF WORK

1.14.1 Contractor shall provide all labor, tools, and replacement materials to conduct repairs to a ruptured 1 ½” copper nickel schedule 40 potable water main and associated fittings. Work shall include excavation, inspection, repair, back fill, soil compaction, and rebar/concrete slab replacement. Source and location of leak has been identified and marked for visual reference.

1.14.2 Remove and properly dispose of existing materials that need to be removed to access rupture in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws. Provide all transportation and disposal provisions.

Contactor shall at no time dispose of any materials in the water.

1.14.3 Contractor shall provide necessary tools, equipment and materials required to saw cut concrete slab on waterfront pier and excavate to a depth of 2-4 feet to access section of ruptured piping.

1.14.4 Contractor shall perform inspections and operational

verifications during installation services. This includes visual, environmental, mechanical, and functional verifications of the system.

The contract can be modified with contracting officer approval only if further damages are discovered during excavation portion of this contract.

1.14.5 Contractor shall be responsible for the removal of all trash and debris from project area upon completion. Contractor shall adhere to all local, state, and federal environmental regulations for entire duration of project.

1.14.6 All work and/or contract modifications must be approved by the contracting officer only and be approved by the Contracting Officer’s Representative CWO Justin H. David. Contractor shall be responsible for removal and reinstallation of all obstacles throughout the duration of contract. Upon completion contractor shall conduct flow and leak test pre and post back fill/concrete pour.

1.15 SUBMITTALS

Submittals shall be approved before procurement, fabrication, or delivery of items to the job site. Partial submittals will not be accepted and will be returned without review. Submittals shall include the manufacturer's name, trade name, catalog model or number, nameplate data, size, layout dimensions, capacity, project specification and paragraph reference, applicable Federal, Military, industry and technical society publication references, and other information necessary to establish contract compliance of each item the Contractor proposes to furnish. Failure to furnish required submittals can be cause for rejection of the material. Approval of submittals shall not relieve the contractor their obligation to comply with the contract specifications and drawings.

1.15.1 Manufacturer's Installation Instructions (3 each) (N/A)

Where installation procedures or any part hereof, are required to be in accordance with the instructions of the manufacturer of the material being installed, printed copies of these instruction and/or recommendations shall be furnished to the Contracting Officer prior to installation. Installation of the item will not be allowed to proceed until the instruction and/or recommendations are received. Failure to furnish these documents can be cause for reject of the material. With this submittal, explicitly identify in writing, any differences between manufacturer's instructions and the requirements specified herein.

1.15.2 Operation and Maintenance Manuals (3 each) (N/A)

Furnish an operation and maintenance manual section for each item of equipment. Furnish three copies of the complete manual bound in hardback binders. Furnish one complete manual prior to the time that equipment tests are performed and furnish the remaining manuals before the contract is completed. Inscribe the following identification on the cover: the words "OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL", the name and location of the equipment, the name of the contractor, and the contract number. The manual shall include the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of each subcontractor installing equipment, and of the local representatives for each item of equipment. The manual shall have a table of contents and be assembled to conform to the table of contents with the tab sheets placed before instructions covering the subject.

The instructions shall be legible and easily read, with large sheets of drawings folded in. The manual shall include: a complete description of the system, wiring and control diagrams with data to explain detailed operation and control of each item of equipment; a control sequence describing start-up, operation, and shut-down instructions;

installation instructions; maintenance instructions; lubrication schedule including type, grade, temperature range, and frequency;

safety precautions, diagrams, and illustrations; test procedures;

performance data; and parts list. The parts lists for equipment shall indicate the sources of supply, recommended spare parts, and the service organization, which is reasonably convenient to the project site. The manual shall be complete in all respects for equipment, controls, accessories, and associated appurtenances provided. Submit an electronic copy of Operation and Maintenance Manuals with all documents scanned to PDF format on a CD-ROM disk.

1.15.3 Operating Instructions (3 each) (N/A)

Furnish manufacturer's operating instructions for the principal mechanical and electrical components, for use by operating personnel. A copy shall be provided in each of the three operations and maintenance manuals. The fourth copy shall be laminated between thermoplastic sheets and affixed where directed by COR adjacent to each item of equipment. Operating instructions shall not face when exposed to sunlight and shall be secured to prevent easy removal or peeling. The operating instructions shall include wiring diagrams, control diagrams, and control sequences for each principal item of equipment. The instructions shall describe the functions of the equipment, its most economical operation, start-up and shutdown procedures, procedures to follow in the event of failure, normal maintenance practices, and caution and warning notices. Submit an electronic copy of Operating Instructions with all documents scanned to PDF format on a CD-ROM disk.

(Appendix A: Photos)

Furnish manufacturer's operating instructions for the principal mechanical and electrical components, for use by operating personnel. A copy shall be provided in each of the three operations and maintenance manuals. The fourth copy shall be laminated ...